Sydney Gagnon honored by Hartwick College

Sydney Gagnon of Chestertown, NY, was presented with multiple awards during Hartwick College's spring recognition ceremonies.

During Honors Convocation on May 3, Gagnon received the Frederick M. Binder Scholar-Athlete Award, which is given to a senior male and a senior female whose four years at Hartwick are a cumulative reflection of excellence in both scholarship and athletics. The award was created in memory of Dr. Frederick M. Binder, former president of Hartwick College.

At the College's Athletics Award ceremony on May 11, Gagnon received the Anna M. Meyer Award. It is presented to an athlete on a female team judged as being the best athlete in the Hartwick Athletic Department whose character and sportsmanship have had a positive contribution within the team, the college and the community. Gagnon not only had an outstanding senior season for the Hawks, but also an exceptional career, earning multiple Empire 8 and regional awards. She capped off her career being named a Second-Team All-American.

Gagnon also received the Philip S. Wilder Jr. Award for Academic Distinction, which is presented to athletes and/or managers of teams who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Additionally, Gagnon received the True Blue Award, acknowledging her as a four-year letter winner. Gagnon is a member of the Hawks field hockey team.